Azirconium atom loses two electrons in forming an ion. what is the name of the ion?

Cation

Explanation:

Anion:

When an atom gain the electron anion is formed.

For example:

Cl + e⁻ → Cl⁻

Cation:

When an atom loses the electrons cations are formed.

For example:

Zr → Zr⁺² + 2e⁻

Zr⁺² is zerconium cation.

Properties of zerconium:

Zerconium is transition metal.

Its atomic number is 40.

Its atomic mass is 91.22 amu.

Its is silver-gray transition metal.

It is non-toxic however its salts are slightly toxic.

Its melting point is 1855 °C.

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